1949 Jeep Jeepster vs. 2006 Tata Safari
To start off, 2006 Tata Safari is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jeep Jeepster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jeep Jeepster would be higher. At 2,429 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Jeep Jeepster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1949 Jeep Jeepster. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1949 Jeep Jeepster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Tata Safari weights approximately 735 kg more than 1949 Jeep Jeepster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Tata Safari (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Jeep Jeepster. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Jeep Jeepster.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Jeep Jeepster | 2006 Tata Safari | |
Make | Jeep | Tata |
Model | Jeepster | Safari |
Year Released | 1949 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2660 mm |